Physics (PHYSI)

Conceptual study of laws of motion, forces, energy and momentum, properties and states
of matter, heat and thermodynamics, wave motion, sound, light, electricity and magnetism,
and atomic and nuclear physics. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0465 or Mathematics 0481
(or college equivalent) with a grade of C or better or qualifying score on the mathematics
placement test or a qualifying A.C.T. math score. Course requires Reading Placement
Test Score-Category One (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

PHYSI 1115Lab Microprocessors and Microcontrollers1
credit hour

Students will be introduced to basic programming of microprocessors and microcontrollers
that may be used in physics. This class will taught in a lab format with hands-on
projects. (2 lab hours)

PHYSI 1150 (IAI P1 901)Physics and Society3
credit hours

Study of applications of physics to society. This may specifically include the study
of energy, thermodynamics, electrical power generation, electric circuits, nuclear
power, nuclear weapons and modern particle physics. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0465
or Mathematics 0481 with a grade of C or better or a qualifying score on the mathematics
placement test (3 lecture hours)

PHYSI 1152Applications of Physics in Society4
credit hours

Study of applications of physics to society. Includes the study of energy, thermodynamics,
electrical power generation, electric circuits, nuclear power, nuclear weapons, and
modern particle physics. Lab component included. Students receive credit for either
Physics 1150 or 1152. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0465 or Mathematics 0481 with a grade
of C or better or a qualifying score on the mathematics placement test (3 lecture
hours, 3 lab hours)

PHYSI 1161Technical Physics I4
credit hours

Conceptual and algebra-based study of classical mechanics, electricity and magnetism
including laws of motions, forces, momentum, work, energy, rotational motion, electric
charges, electric currents, circuits, magnetism, magnetic effects and electromagnetic
induction. Emphasis is on physical concepts as applied to industrial/technical fields
through completion of team projects. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0481 with a grade of
C or better or equivalent and Mathematics 1115 or Mathematics 1432 with a grade of
C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

PHYSI 1162Technical Physics II4
credit hours

Conceptual and algebra-based study of matter properties, temperature and heat, ideal
gases, wave motion, sound, light, AC electricity, and select topics of modern physics.
Emphasis is on physical concepts as applied to industrial/technical fields in a series
of team projects. Prerequisite: Physics 1161 with a grade of C or better or equivalent
(3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

PHYSI 1201 (IAI P1 900L)General Physics I5
credit hours

Algebra and trigonometry-based study of classical linear and rotational kinematics
and dynamics (including work, energy, impulse, momentum, and collisions), fluids,
heat, thermodynamics, periodic motion, and wave motion. Course is intended for students
that have taken high school physics and have experience with right-angle trigonometry.
(Students without high school physics are encouraged to complete Physics 1100 before
enrolling in this course.) Prerequisite: Mathematics 1115 (or college equivalent)
or Mathematics 1431 (or college equivalent) either with a grade of C or better or
a qualifying score on the mathematics placement test or a qualifying A.C.T. math
score. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One (4 lecture, 2 lab
hours)

PHYSI 1202General Physics II5
credit hours

Algebra-based study of electrostatics, electric fields, Gauss' law, capacitance, current,
resistance, magnetic forces and fields, electromagnetic induction, DC and AC circuits,
electromagnetic waves, mirrors, lenses, optics, and modern physics. Note: The standard
prerequisite is Physics 1201. While Physics 2111 may serve as an alternative prerequisite
for taking this COD course, students are advised to check with their intended transfer
institution(s) to ensure that the thermodynamics covered in Physics 1201 is not a
requirement prior to embracing this alternative. Prerequisite: Physics 1201 or Physics
2111 with a grade of C or better (4 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

PHYSI 1800Special Project1 to 3
credit hours

Special project courses cover topics not otherwise covered by general education courses
and other courses in the Catalog for the discipline. These courses require direct
experience and focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific discipline topic
and/or the critical analysis of contemporary issues in the discipline. They are targeted
to self-selected students with an interest in the subject matter and involve active
participation. The course delivery incorporates an experiential component of no less
than 30 percent but not to exceed 70 percent (to be determined by the disciplines).
This experiential component may include field studies, interdisciplinary learning,
and/or the practical application of discipline-related concepts, theories, principles
and methods with a specific focus. All courses require an orientation session to deliver
academic and experiential information (syllabus, academic requirements, field preparation,
logistics, etc.)

PHYSI 1820Selected Topics1 to 3
credit hours

Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated
by course title listed in college course schedule. This course may be taken four times
for credit as long as different topics are selected. (1 to 3 lecture hours)

PHYSI 1840Independent Study1 to 4
credit hours

Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined
course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in
coordination with and approved by the instructor. This course may be taken four times
for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
is required (1 to 4 lecture hours)

Calculus-based study of classical linear and rotational kinematics and dynamics, including
work, energy, impulse, momentum, collisions, gravitation, periodic motion, and wave
motion. (Students without a strong high school physics background are encouraged to
complete PHYSI-1201 before enrolling in this course.) Prerequisite: Mathematics 2231
(or college equivalent) with a grade of C or better (4 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

Special project courses cover topics not otherwise covered by general education courses
and other courses in the discipline, while building on academic knowledge and skills
acquired in introductory-level classes. These courses require direct experience and
focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific topic and/or the critical analysis
of contemporary issues in the discipline. They are targeted to self-selected students
with an interest in the subject matter and involve active participation. The course
delivery incorporates an experiential component of no less than 30 percent but not
to exceed 70 percent. This experiential component may include field studies, interdisciplinary
learning, and/or the practical application of more complex geographic concepts, theories,
principles and methods with a specific focus. All courses require an orientation session
to deliver academic and experiential information (syllabus, academic requirements,
field preparation, logistics, etc.) Prerequisite: At least one course in the discipline
or consent of instructor

PHYSI 2820Advanced Selected Topics1 to 3
credit hours

Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated
by course title listed in college course schedule. This course may be taken four times
for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: At least one course
in the discipline or consent of instructor. (1 to 3 lecture hours)

PHYSI 2827Advanced Selected Topics II1
credit hour

Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated
by the course title listed in the college course schedule. This course may be taken
four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: At least
one course in the discipline or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour)

PHYSI 2840Experimental/Pilot Class1 to 6
credit hours

Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline. This course is used to pilot
a proposal for a permanent discipline course. This course may be taken four times
for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
is required.

PHYSI 2860Internship (Career & Technical Ed)1 to 4
credit hours

Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with
onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty
member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences.
Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour,
up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average;
12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career
Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the
academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

PHYSI 2865 Internship Advanced (Career & Tech Ed)1 to 4
credit hours

Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation
in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship
learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of
employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned
by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of
four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits
earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain
approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where
the student is planning to earn credit.

PHYSI 2870Internship (Transfer)1 to 4
credit hours

Course requires participation in work experience with onsite supervision. Internship
learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of
employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned
by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of
four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits
earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain
approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where
the student is planning to earn credit.

PHYSI 2871Internship - Advanced (Transfer)1 to 4
credit hours

Continuation of Internship (Transfer). Course requires participation in work experience
with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and
faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning
experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester
credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point
average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with
Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from
the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

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